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Matthew Keys is the award-winning founder and editor of TheDesk.net, an authoritative voice on broadcast and streaming TV, media and tech. With over ten years of experience, he's a recognized expert in broadcast, streaming, and digital media, with work featured in publications such as StreamTV Insider and Digital Content Next, and past roles at Thomson Reuters and Disney-ABC Television Group.
Nexxen: Tubi could be key to drawing interest in FIFA World Cup in U.S.
Millions of Americans have expressed renewed interest in the FIFA World Cup tournament in part because Fox-owned Tubi will offer some games for free, Nexxen said in a report.
DATA
Nexstar, FCC ask D.C. court to toss legal challenge over TEGNA acquisition
Both say challengers are attempting to appeal a Media Bureau order concerning Nexstar's acquisition of TEGNA before a final decision is made by the full FCC commission.
Rakuten TV: CTV advertisers looking beyond traditional pre-roll spots
Advertisers are prioritizing engagement metrics like attention and memorability, while 82 percent of viewers remain open to relevant, well-integrated ads, according to the report.
Apple TV operating system to end support for first models with Siri remote
The new operating system, which rolls out later this year, won't support some newer-model devices of the Apple TV, though they will continue to function for a while longer.
Prime Video to offer HBO Max in New Zealand
Streamers who opt to purchase HBO Max through Prime Video Channels will receive a discount off the monthly rate of the service.
New York lawmakers approve bill limiting AI crawling of news articles
The law would require artificial intelligence-powered scraping robots to identify themselves accurately when they attempt or actually access news articles online.
Freedom of Press Foundation sues DOJ to uncover legal abuses against journalists
The organization wants law enforcement records to determine whether the Justice Department violated laws or its own policies when executing a search warrant on the home of a reporter earlier this year.
FIRST ON THE DESK
Disney will let streamers select which ad plays on Disney Plus
New formats like Gateway Go, Pause Ads and selectable ads are designed to integrate ads into viewing experiences without disrupting content playback.
FCC proposes new cybersecurity mandates for Emergency Alert System messages
The proposal would require broadcasters and other participants to implement safeguards such as stronger passwords, software updates and network protections for EAS equipment.
NPR hires Nadine Zylstra to serve as Chief Content Officer
She joins from social media platform Pinterest, and also held roles at YouTube and Sesame Workshop.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Pew Research: Americans want more information about policy, government issues
The study shined a spotlight on the gap between Americans' interest in news and their confidence in their ability to understand the major issues shaping their lives.
DATA
Trump wants Supreme Court to revive “Big Lie” lawsuit against CNN
Several lower courts have blocked Trump's efforts to sue CNN thus far, saying the complaint did not meet the necessary legal standards to allege defamation against the news organization.